sformation in Kafka’s Metamorphosis is clearly dehumanizing, both literally and metaphorically. When does his dehumanization start? What are the stages in Gregor’s growing awareness of his metamorphosis?

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•Answer all parts of the question thoroughly and accurately in at least three fully developed paragraphs.

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Discussion Question

Gregor’s transformation in Kafka’s Metamorphosis is clearly dehumanizing, both literally and metaphorically. When does his dehumanization start? What are the stages in Gregor’s growing awareness of his metamorphosis? What are the social and psychological reasons for Gregor’s transformation? Does Gregor arrive at some understanding of his situation before he dies?